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JR

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I've been lying low to rebuild my energy. But I decided to give myself permission to wear my multi-coloured top as an everyday item, to squeeze as much wear out of it as I can.

Nothing exceptional going on here, but comments are welcome.

Any opinions on the purple colour? And I didn't actually wear the bangles, they were what I would have added in the event of an unexpected outing. And I would have swapped out the sandals, of course. These ones rarely leave the house anymore.

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Krista

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These are great! And you could switch them around as outfits, too, right? The top in #1 could be tried with your denim skirt (with belt - watch out!!) and top in #2 would work with your black bottoms in #1. Loving the bright colors!!!! Looks awesome!!!!

ps. very bright colored items for good prices at Cleo these days! Like I said, I won't make you buy, but it's worth a look!

Anonymous

That mulitcoloured top looks so nice on you --- all great colours for you. I can't really see the second shirt well -- it looks fine shape wise.

pil

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I like both outfits. The first top is so pretty on you, I think it would look cute with some bermuda shorts if those are something you wear. The purple is kind of hard to see (like my pics : ).......but it looks really nice with your hair.

JR

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Krista, most of my summer things have played with each other at some point. You are so tempting me with Cleo, but I have foresworn any more summer purchases until my size stabilizes. Sometimes when I buy things too small to take advantage of sales (because I am horrifically cheap), when they are finally the right size, they are still not the right fit. I've got a couple of pairs of nice pants that are no longer too small, but really aren't hanging too well on me. But it really kills me to pass by specials like that!

Thanks, Ceit. I have wondered about tanks, to be quite honest.

merwoman

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I really like the silhouette that top 1 gives you JR. Top also emphasizes your beautiful shoulder line. This isn't the colour palette that works the best for you (to my eye) - I prefer white, blues and probably jewel tones on you.

Angie

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I LOVE that multi coloured top on you, JR! You wear that shape so well. Wonder what it would look like with the cargos and platforms....

Sorry that you are down. (((HUGS))).

JR

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Pil, we cross-posted. Yes, I would wear bermudas. My summer wardrobe has been a strange dynamic the last couple of years. I have a very limited number of pieces because most of them can be worn for only one season. And with my constantly changing shape, that's literally only one season. So the rules have been as few as possible and as cheap as possible. That first top was the only one I got just to make me feel good. Not sure the top will fit next year, but if it does, I'll be trying all the options.

Mer, you're probably right about the colours, but the print makes me very happy anyway. I will be more mindful of colours in the future. I think I need to update my head; having silver hair changed the dynamic and colours just don't interact with me the way they used to. I used to avoid all jewel tones except for reds and blues, now they seem to love me. Thanks for the kind words. :o)

Angie, thank you to you too. I might try it with the cargoes next. I'm not depressed, just worn out after a busy summer in general, and overdoing it last week when I should have been resting. So hard to say no to a chance to see my grandsons.

Caro in Oz

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The second outfit looks like a great casual look. I love the first top & would like to see it with something lighter/dressier on the bottom. I have just begun to stop buying "bargains" that I don't love. I'm keeping a record of how much I've "saved" by not bringing these devils home. I'm embarrassed to say it's a lot, but glad to say that when I see something I really love I'm not going to feel guilty for buying it!!!

Transcona Shannon

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Love that colourful top on you JR - so pretty!

Krista

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JR - I will stop teasing you about Cleo - I understand all too well!
We'll go together sometime - just let me know when you'd like to!

JR

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Caro, so looking forward to getting there. It's just that I've dropped about six sizes over the last three years and there's no way I could buy a complete quality wardrobe in each size. Especially not summer wardrobes. When the shrinkage is complete, my shopping strategy will change.

I'm so thankful for YLF, so I can get help in pinpointing what colours and silhouettes work for me, so I will be able to be more mindful in my shopping. I've already seen the difference.

I do usually wear the top with both lighter and dressier, but I decided to wear it as much as I can while I can. Today was the first day I let it go "casual".

Jaime

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Love the bermudas and yellow top and think the other top looks great too.

JR

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Thanks, Shannon.

Krista, you're on!

harmonica

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I love the colours in #1 for you! The fit in #2 looks good to, but hard to tell about colour. You could add a lighter scarf if you want to brighten it up a bit - or a silver necklace, maybe?

I understand you on saving those nice items for nicer occations (I do too), but I really like Angies take on "wear your clothes". Happy for you that you decided to wear the top And you know - CPW goes down too

Deborah

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I think both of these outfits are very nice. Great shapes for you and really flattering colors. I particularly love the top in #2.

ramya

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JR I love the colours in top 1 :)...

You look so sweet and cuddly

lyn67

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Both outfits are good looking, hope you feel better.

Mona

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The top in #1 is made for you. Both colour and fit are great.

JR

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Thank you to everyone for the kind comments.

morethanbeige

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I'm echoing love for the multi-colored top. It looks great on you. Nice outfits. Hugs to you and hoping your energy picks up soon. I totally go through low and high energy spells!

texstyle

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I really like both of these outfits for you. I do think I like to see you in deeper tones on top, but this still works well. The second top I think I would try with skinny jeans, wide belt and a demi-tuck if you can stand it.

Here's hoping you feel better soon!